JFx Joystick

Overview

The JFx series joysticks are robust high precision joysticks. Typical applications for the JFx range from computer labs, to video arcades, to industrial equipment, and military computer based training systems. The rugged design means that they will provide reliable service for extended periods, backed by a two year warranty.

The JFx series joysticks are available in three axis (roll, pitch and twist - model JF3) and two axis (roll and pitch - model JF2) versions. All joysticks have a single position trigger, but various configurations of switches are available to be mounted in the head of the joystick, and custom configurations can be accommodated.

Technical

Options

Outputs

Technical Specifications

Mechanical

The motion mechanism is based on two gimbals machined from solid aluminum alloy blocks. The gimbals rotate about hardened stainless steel shafts and shielded ball bearings. All internal parts are anodized aluminum, stainless steel or delrin.

Electrical

In every axis the position of the stick is picked up by a magnetic Hall Effect sensor, which provides output voltage through a signal conditioning amplifier. The sensing system is contactless (see photograph), which improves performance over extended periods. The centering repeatability error is less than 0.5%.

Input: 5 vDC

Output: 0.0 to 5.0 vDC

Center 2.5 vDC

Mounting & Connectors

The joystick is mounted with 4 bolts in a 3.8" cutout. Under panel depth requirement is 3.5", including the connector.

Depending on the choice of output, the connector can be:

a DB-15 or a high density DB-26 for analog output

mini-B USB connector for USB

RJ-45 for TCP

DB-15 for CANBus

Specifications

Weight 2.5 lbs (1.1 Kg)

Total Height 10.5" (267 mm)

Above panel height 7.5" (190mm)

Power draw 20mA

Life expectancy 5,000,000 cycles

Operating Temperature 0°C to 30°C with +/- 1% change in center

Storage Temperature -30°C to 60°C

Warranty

The JFx series joysticks carry a 2 year warranty from the date of installation in customer equipment.

Grip Options

The JFx joystick can be ordered with a wide variety of buttons, miniature force transducers (FJ2), and propotional rocker (PRvs or PRvf). If you do not see the type of switch, or a configuration that meets your requirements, then please contact BG Systems to find out how quickly we can provide a new solution.